Author Archives: Kevin Hunsperger

Shawnee Community College is proud to announce the appointment of Matthew White as the new head coach of the Saints baseball program. Coach White steps into the role following the retirement of longtime coach Ken Reichart, who dedicated years of service to the College and its student-athletes.

The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) recently awarded Shawnee Community College a grant for $8,900 to support the Little Saints Book Club. The funds are a part of a record-setting, one-day donation in the Foundation’s history of more than $13.2 million to support adult, family, and summer literacy programs in the 48 states where Dollar General operates.

Shawnee Community College is thrilled to unveil its Summer 2025 Saints Kids Camps, offering diverse, engaging, and educational activities for youth across southern Illinois. These programs cater to children and teenagers and are designed to inspire creativity, promote physical activity, and introduce new skills.

Hundreds gathered today on the Shawnee Community College campus for the annual Job and College Transfer Fair. Employers around the region, including those in healthcare, law enforcement, sales, and agriculture, were on hand.

Shawnee Community College Career Services will host the annual SCC Job and College Transfer Fair on Wednesday, April 2, from 8:30 a.m. until noon in Edward M. Smith Gymnasium on the Main campus in Ullin.

Nearly 300 high school freshmen and sophomores from ten different high schools participated in Career and Technical Education (CTE) Day at Shawnee Community College’s main campus in Ullin.

ULLIN, IL (February 28, 2025) – Great news for students and families! Shawnee Community College is keeping tuition rates the same for the upcoming academic year, ensuring affordability remains a top priority. Here’s a look at the tuition rates for the 2025-2026 academic year: In-District: $140 per credit hour Out-of-District: $225 per credit hour Out-of-State & International: $235 per credit hour Online Courses: $150 per credit hour To continue providing students access to cutting-edge technology, the Board of Trustees approved a ​slight increase in the Universal (Technology) Fee, moving from $15 to $20 per credit hour. ​A High-Cost Program Fee of $40 per credit hour has been introduced for students in the Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, Cosmetology, and Nail Technology programs to help cover the rising costs of delivering these high-quality, hands-on programs. “Without this adjustment, we would have had to raise tuition by an additional $10–$15 per credit […]

Ullin, IL – (February 21, 2025) – Shawnee Community College (SCC) proudly supports new legislation backed by Governor J.B. Pritzker to allow Illinois community colleges to offer baccalaureate degrees in high-demand fields.  The proposed bills, Senate Bill 2482 and House Bill 3717, aim to expand affordable, accessible, and flexible higher education opportunities while addressing the growing demand for skilled professionals in key industries. Data indicates a significant shortage of baccalaureate degree workers in operations management and entrepreneurship, healthcare administration, and various digital technology fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and virtual reality (VR) programming. If granted the opportunity, SCC would target these areas for Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees, ensuring students gain the skills needed for in-demand careers while remaining in their communities, which preserves the taxpayer’s investment in their education.  “At SCC, we are committed to providing high-quality, affordable education that meets the needs of our students and […]

Shawnee Community College is set to host an inspiring Documentary Film Festival on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the college’s Educational Center in Ullin, Illinois.

Shawnee Community College is thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our Spring 2024 semester honor students, who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and academic excellence.